BY ANN CIPPERLY On a recent sunny morning, Penney Varner was in her spacious kitchen in the Northside Historic District preparing a pot of green...
Southern Hospitality | Penny Varner cooks with southwestern flavors
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Column Articles
Opelika rolls past Smiths Station 42-6
OPINION — The Bulldogs (4-1, R 2-1) were firing on all cylinders Friday night as they cruised to a dominant 42-6 victory over Smiths Station,...
Altar Call | What’s your tagline?
OPINION — A good friend caught me off guard with a gentle rebuff. He had listened patiently while I rehearsed my story of having been treated...
On the Mark | Opelika celebrates homecoming in style
OPINION — Opelika celebrated Homecoming in style last Friday night, overwhelming JAG 59–20 at Bulldog Stadium in a game that showcased depth,...
Making the Grade | Tart and Tartan
BY STACEY WALLACE OPINION As I’ve mentioned before in this column, I love to eat, but I really dislike cooking of any kind, and that includes...
Altar Call | A love for Jesus
BY WALT ALBRITTON OPINION — As Peter walked on the seashore toward Jesus, the smell of burning charcoal reminded him of another charcoal fire. He...
Sean of the South | The boots were made for texting
BY SEAN DIETRICH OPINION — How I ended up walking into a sliding glass door in a supermarket is pretty simple. I got a text from my wife. I looked...
Sean of the South | Some very good dogs
BY SEAN DIETRICH OPINION — It was the dogs. The dogs are what got me. A few years ago, we visited the 9/11 Memorial Museum, and we saw a lot....
Southern Hospitality | Meredith Frye loves cooking, entertaining
BY ANN CIPPERLY OPINION — In a country setting in Waverly with quiet streets and houses shaded by towering ancient trees, Meredith Frye is a busy...